happn – Full Review (United Kingdom, 2025)
Updated . Independent editorial; partner links marked “Visit”.
- Best for: Serendipity via nearby/crossed-paths discovery
- Age sweet spot: 20–35
- Coverage (UK): Strongest in London and major cities
- Safety: Photo verification, in-app reporting, visibility controls
- App Store (UK): low-to-mid 4s / 5 overall
- Google Play: ~4/5 overall (varies by release)
happn focuses on people you’ve crossed paths with, blending maps and timing to spark local connections. In the UK, it shines in dense urban areas where routes overlap heavily.
Key features (UK)
Core
- Crossed-paths feed with distance/time context
- Likes, Charms and map-based discovery
- Profile prompts and essential filters
- Match-only chat with controls to manage delivery
Paid perks
- See who liked you
- Boosts and priority exposure
- Extended visibility windows and extra features
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- Great for hyper-local, real-world serendipity
- Useful context (where/when you crossed paths)
- Solid density in UK city centres
Trade-offs
- Less effective in lower-density (rural) areas
- Location sharing needs careful settings
- Best perks are behind paid tiers
Pricing in the UK – guide
| Plan | Monthly (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Premium tiers | Varies by city & age | See-who-liked-you, Boosts, extended visibility. |
Tip: tune location & visibility to maximise discovery safely.
Loveify verdict
For London and major UK metros, happn’s crossed-paths mechanic adds real-world context and serendipity. Pair it with a reach app for volume or a deeper conversation app for quality.